Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 17, 2016 The first drive!!! Ok it was only 0.2 of a mile but it drove under its own steam, changed gear and stopped!!! Oil pressure light and buzzer came on so I stopped at that but really pleased she lives on after standing for 10 years (not in my possession!) Some pictures below of how she now stands (could have done with a bit of a clean). Thanks to all that have helped answer questions and encouraged me over the last few weeks - still lots more to do but I'm chuffed with progress - just got to figure out the oil pressure problem next - all ideas welcomed! Cheers Gareth Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest sam1990rhodes Posted June 17, 2016 looking good!, did you manage to test if the spoiler went up at speed? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 17, 2016 No unfortunately I didn't get out of second gear (short road).... Now I think about it, I don't recall seeing the speedo move but there was a lot to 'take in' so it may have. If I can sort the oil pressure warnings then I'll venture further/faster..... Anyone know the part numbers of the oil pressure switches/sensors for a 94 16v? Cheers Gareth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cressa 44 Posted June 17, 2016 Do you have a TPS genuine parts supplier near you. Owned by vw but cheaper than the dealership and normally get it next day. I've always had great help and service with these guys Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 17, 2016 Hi - will have to look into whether there's a tps nearby - I've got a gsf very close that I've been using - their site shows a few different options though so thought I may be able to get the parts ordered without removing mine before 'fitting day' Cheers Gareth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VEEDUBBED 0 Posted June 18, 2016 Gareth, can you wait a while? I've Got quote a few oil press. Switchs spare. Problem is i'm not exactly around the corner.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 18, 2016 Gareth, can you wait a while? I've Got quote a few oil press. Switchs spare. Problem is i'm not exactly around the corner.. That's really kind (thank you) but I'll try and pick some up from gsf and see how it goes - I'll shout if I get stuck (very likely!!) Cheers Gareth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 18, 2016 Got and fitted 2 new oil pressure switches (gsf £4 each) - just driven it 1.1 miles without issue - test journey rolled it over into 88,000 miles on the dash...... Small steps..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest sam1990rhodes Posted June 20, 2016 thats the problem with a car thats been stood for 10+ years! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andy ablett 10 Posted June 23, 2016 Hi Gareth ime a newbie.I live near Market Harborough I have just rebuilt a 57k genuine millage VR6 and added a votex super charger just to make it a bit more interesting .I would like to post up a few pics and vids but will have to research how to do it first. I have also a few corrado items i will advertise when sorted Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 23, 2016 Hi Gareth ime a newbie.I live near Market Harborough I have just rebuilt a 57k genuine millage VR6 and added a votex super charger just to make it a bit more interesting .I would like to post up a few pics and vids but will have to research how to do it first. I have also a few corrado items i will advertise when sorted Hi Andy - you're not too far away..... Looking forward to seeing your project (and any spare parts you may have!).... Cheers Gareth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dickie 0 Posted June 23, 2016 hi fellow corrado owners of Northampton. There is a few of us in the area, we meet up with a few other local vws at the billing mill pub on Sunday late afternoons if any of you would be interested in coming along sometime? We had a good number of corrados last summer. Look us up on Facebook if you have it, Northants vag society. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 25, 2016 Perfect - a meet up sounds good - I'm not on Facebook (social media recluse) but I think there is a meet tomorrow eve? Another step forward today - see below: Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wafers 0 Posted June 26, 2016 I owned a couple of valvers several years ago, but occasionally drop into the forum to have a nose (and when I again start to lust for a VR6 'Rado!). Just read your thread from start to finish, and I have got to say you deserve a massive virtual pat on the back. Amazing work, and HUGE congrats on getting the old girl mot'd after all this time. The early photos looked pretty scary, but you've proved that hard work and commitment get the results! I'm impressed with the general look of the bodywork on your car - it looks really clean and straight - surprisingly so, considering the photos of the suspension and underside initially! Keep up the good work 8) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 26, 2016 I owned a couple of valvers several years ago, but occasionally drop into the forum to have a nose (and when I again start to lust for a VR6 'Rado!). Just read your thread from start to finish, and I have got to say you deserve a massive virtual pat on the back. Amazing work, and HUGE congrats on getting the old girl mot'd after all this time. The early photos looked pretty scary, but you've proved that hard work and commitment get the results! I'm impressed with the general look of the bodywork on your car - it looks really clean and straight - surprisingly so, considering the photos of the suspension and underside initially! Keep up the good work 8) Many thanks for your kind words - It's only because of the forum and the helpful, kind and supportive people that I've been able to make the progress I have - the number of stupid 'what does this do' type emails I've sent and 'please help' requests has been quite embarrassing but always well recieved. This forum (the people) has genuinely inspired me and made me feel I had the support when I needed to reach out for advice or parts (during what would otherwise been a very difficult time for me personally). I've learnt a fair bit in 7/8 weeks and look forward to continuing with my corrado journey. I have a 1986 xr2 in similarly bad condition that one day I also hope to 'save'..... Thanks again.... 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest sam1990rhodes Posted June 27, 2016 'Vehicle structure has slight corrosion everywhere' that last bit cracked me up! Congrats on the MOT!, not the bucket list failure you were expecting! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VR6Andy 10 Posted June 27, 2016 I know we shouldn,t mention Fords on a Corrado forum but can,t beleive the price of XR2,s recently, definately a good move holding on to that..!! Hopefully i,ll get an MOT pass as well next week, fingers crossed...!! Good work by the way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 27, 2016 'Vehicle structure has slight corrosion everywhere' that last bit cracked me up! Congrats on the MOT!, not the bucket list failure you were expecting! Thanks Sam - yes the phrase corrosion everywhere made me smile too - suspect they don't get to use it often. He did say that it was just on the surface and would wire brush off (job for another day!)... Thanks again (and for being one of those I frequently send stupid/'help me' type questions to!!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted June 27, 2016 I know we shouldn,t mention Fords on a Corrado forum but can,t beleive the price of XR2,s recently, definately a good move holding on to that..!! Hopefully i,ll get an MOT pass as well next week, fingers crossed...!! Good work by the way. Cheers - yes I'm glad I hung onto the xr - it's done 69k and pretty standard - there's some of the original body/metal left in a couple of places too!! Project for next year maybe.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted July 10, 2016 Taxed, insured (£116 bargain) and mot'd!! Am enjoying the occasional short trip in it... Furthest I've gone in one go so far is 12 miles... Really enjoying the sound and driving it... Has developed a stuttering as though not enough fuel is getting through after about 10 mins of driving when revs are high - had to pull over earlier as it was starting to conk out - waited for a bit at the side of the road, started it no problem then was able to get home....any ideas? Joys of ownership! Cheers Gareth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest sam1990rhodes Posted July 18, 2016 any updates on the stuttering gareth? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted July 18, 2016 any updates on the stuttering gareth? Unfortunately not - it starts well, drives great for about 20 mins then as the revs build (over 4k) it just splutters with power coming in and out. It gets worse until it eventually stalls (managed to time stopping with lay-bys and hazards on so far) if I turn the engine off for a few mins it comes back to life and drives great for a while until again the same thing happens again. Any ideas? The problem kicks in pretty much at 4K revs but then once it's stuttering it happens across all rev bands......🤔 May be unrelated but the in line fuel motor occasionally makes squealing noises but there doesn't seem to be any pattern .... On a plus note, I've put in a leather interior so at least it's plush whilst I'm in the lay-bys.... Cheers Gareth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest sam1990rhodes Posted July 18, 2016 im not sure with the older engines mate. if its duel related, Perhaps the fuel metering head? did you swap that our yet?. any pictures of the new interior? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gjlaw1 11 Posted July 20, 2016 im not sure with the older engines mate. if its duel related, Perhaps the fuel metering head? did you swap that our yet?. any pictures of the new interior? Pictures of the interior as requested! Thanks to Philly-R6 for selling them to me... Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest sam1990rhodes Posted July 21, 2016 Looking good, see you went for the none bench back. how easy was that to fit? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
